nursing home in Rapid City, SD
Westhills Village Health Care Facility
255 Texas St, Rapid City, SD 57701 · (605) 342-0255
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Westhills Village Health Care Facility at a glance
Westhills Village Health Care Facility is a 44-bed non-profit nursing home in Rapid City, South Dakota (Pennington County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the South Dakota average of 2.9.
Residents receive about 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 12, 2026) found 3 health citations. The South Dakota average is 6.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,788.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.2% per year (state average 48.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Other
- Beds
- 44
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1985
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pennington County
- CMS Certification Number
- 435033
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.70 hrs | 3.79 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.13 hrs | 0.80 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.10 hrs | 2.52 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.06 hrs | 3.26 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.2% | 48.2% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.2% | 34.7% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 26 | 72.2 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,788 | $40,815 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 44 | 61 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 41 | 52 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.4% | 85.2% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 5.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 21.5% | 24.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.9% | 2.1% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 21.3% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.1% | 19.4% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 5.7% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 9.4% | 17.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28% | 25.4% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 96.9% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85.8% | 94.9% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | South Dakota avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 75.6% | 78.2% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 88.8% | 83.5% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2026 |
| July 8, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| July 8, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 6, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2025 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,788 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 8, 2025 | Fine | $8,788 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT VILLAGE OF RAPID CITY, INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 05/14/1979 |
| BERTSCH, KELSEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2025 |
| DIAMOND, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/07/2025 |
| PRESBYTERIAN RETIREMENT VILLAGE OF RAPID CITY, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/14/1979 |
| BIFULCO, LEAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/17/2016 |
| DONOHUE, TYLER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/12/2023 |
| ARCHER, BRADLEY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| DUHAMEL DUFFY, HELENE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2019 |
| HARLOW, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2015 |
| JACKSON, DOUGLAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/28/2015 |
| KILPATRICK, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| KNUDSON, ADAM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MOORE, MOLLY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| MUDGE, DEBORAH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2009 |
| PFEIFLE, CRAIG Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/10/2009 |
| POGANY, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SHIFFERMILLER, KASSIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| BERTSCH, KELSEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2022 |
| BIFULCO, LEAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/17/2016 |
| DIAMOND, KENNETH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2015 |
| KNOLL, ANDREA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/02/2019 |
| PETROTTO, MARYANN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/19/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Westhills Village Health Care Facility's rating?
Westhills Village Health Care Facility has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for South Dakota nursing homes is 2.9 stars.
How many inspection citations did Westhills Village Health Care Facility receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a South Dakota average of 6.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Westhills Village Health Care Facility accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Westhills Village Health Care Facility?
It is non profit - other. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Westhills Village Health Care Facility and how do I contact it?
Westhills Village Health Care Facility is at 255 Texas St, Rapid City, SD 57701. Phone: (605) 342-0255.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.